Smarter consulting : how to start up and succeed as an independent consultant / Mike Johnson.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Johnson, Mike, 1947 September 24-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Consultants.

Consultants--Marketing.

New business enterprises--Management.

New business enterprises.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xvi, 217 p.)

Edition:

1st edition

Place of Publication:

Harlow, England ; New York : Financial Times Prentice Hall, 2008.

System Details:

text file

Summary:

I wish this book had been available when I began my independent career. There’s only one word for it — PRICELESS!!! -Shay McConnon, psychologist, trainer, coach, magician and mentor This book is a MUST read, for anyone thinking about life outside the organisation — it helps make the transition smooth and seamless. - Goran Hultin, former Deputy Director General at the ILO (International Labour Office), now a successful independent consultant This is a practical and essential guide for anyone contemplating establishing their own business. Johnson captures all the key elements which allow a successful transition and is very clear about what can send you off track. Grounded in common sense and humour. - Norman Walker, former Global Head of Human Resources for Novartis, now an independent senior executive coach and consultant on leadership HOW TO WORK FOR YOURSELF — AND MAKE IT WORK… FIRST TIME and ALL THE TIME Are you thinking of working for yourself as an independent consultant? Have you already made the leap and want to get more work, new clients, higher fees? This book pulls no punches, it tells it like it is, giving you all the guidance you need to set yourself up and get work in the first place, plus all the know-how you need to survive, prosper and expand.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

OCLC:

457247670